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CEN Position Vacant; State Executive Officer (SEO) for South Australia.

Christian Education National is seeking expressions of interest from committed individuals with a strong educational background, leadership experience, and a heart for Christian education.
Part time, 0.2 FTE
. Commencing January 2025 (flexibly applied over the year, as required.)
Location: South Australia

Position Overview:
Christian Education National (CEN) serves around 70 member Christian schools across Australia with resources and support.

This pivotal role offers the unique opportunity to inspire our community, fostering educational excellence grounded in a biblical worldview.

As the State Executive Officer, you will collaborate with schools, educators, and stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives and promote professional development to enhance educational outcomes.

The South Australia State Executive Officer reports to the CEO and is responsible for assisting the SA State Council in ensuring the purposes of CEN are maintained and promoted in member schools across the state.

The following attributes are important for the role:

1. An actively demonstrated personal Christian faith.

2. Respect, promote and work within the organisational authority structure of Christian Education National.

3. A demonstrated commitment to serving Christ in Christian education as stipulated in the mission, vision and core values of Christian Education National (CEN).

4. Relevant qualifications and/or experience that are appropriate for this position.

5. An ability to communicate in a manner that maintains the respect of the wider Christian Education community.

6. High level communication and interpersonal skills in working alongside members of the CEN community, including effective collaboration when working within the CEN Staff.

7. A willingness to work in harmony and close collaboration with other members of the Christian Education National team.

8. Personal qualities such as adaptability, initiative, versatility, enthusiasm, optimism and the ability to work within a constantly changing environment.

9. A demonstrated commitment to professional self-development in the field of Christian Education.

We invite expressions of interest from committed individuals with a strong educational background, leadership experience, and a heart for Christian education. Join us in our mission to transform lives through faith-based education.

Click here to download a position description, it is also available on our website.

To express your interest or learn more, please contact [email protected] by Friday 12 July 2024. 

CEN members are Stronger Together. Join our team as we make a difference in Christian education.

For enquiries please contact Melinda Storm on 0435 251 355 or [email protected]